Botanical Profile
Castanopsis javanica is a tropical evergreen tree from the Fagaceae family.
Scientific Name
Castanopsis javanica (Blume) A.DC. Synonym: Quercus javanica Blume
Local Name
Javan Chestnut, Pasang Jawa (Indonesia)
Native Habitat
Native to Indonesia, Malaysia, and surrounding Southeast Asian regions. It grows in tropical montane and lowland forests with high humidity and regular rainfall.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate — seeds lose viability quickly and require fresh sowing.
Germination Timeframe
3–8 weeks
Growing Condition
Prefers partial sun, humid conditions, and rich well-draining soil. Ideal temperatures range between 18–30°C with consistent moisture.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its large forest tree form, ecological importance, and limited availability in cultivation.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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